THE ANNUAL ARAB CHILD SUMMIT

Doudja Benfredj

Journalist, Presenter and Producer, Podcaster, Children's Book Author

Doudja Benfredj is a versatile media professional and ardent advocate for Arabic literacy. As a key contributor to the Year of Reading and the Arabic Reading Challenge, she produces and presents engaging radio programs that promote reading and language skills. Her passion for literature extends to her role as a moderator at the Emirates Literature Festival and her active involvement in initiatives such as the Reading Box and Reading for Excitement. A certified coach specializing in media and journalism, Doudja shares her expertise as a university teacher, focusing on voice-over techniques, podcast production, and radio and TV presentation. Her multifaceted career also includes work as a novel writer and children’s book author, with her debut book “Finally, I Found My Mom” captivating young Arabic readers. Whether behind the microphone, in front of a classroom, or penning her next story, Doudja Benfredj with 25 years of experience in the field of journalism continues to be a driving force in cultivating a rich culture of reading and media literacy in the Arab world.